Gary Neville makes his Europa League final prediction as Tottenham and Manchester United land in Bilbao | OneFootball

The former defender believes one factor will decide the final

Prediction: Gary Neville

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Gary Neville has made his final prediction for the Europa League final as Manchester United and Tottenham prepare to face off in Bilbao.

Both clubs have languished firmly in the bottom half of the table for much of the season and currently occupy the two positions above the relegation zone, on course for their worst-ever Premier League seasons.

But their domestic woes will be somewhat forgotten with victory in the Europa League final, as Spurs look to win their first trophy in 17 years, and first European silverware in 41 years.

Winning the Europa League would be the silver lining around a very dark cloud. To win a trophy should never be disrespected

Gary Neville

United are looking to win the competition for the first time since 2017, and Neville believes his former team will get the job done.

"I think United will win on Wednesday night," he told Monday Night Football, adding: "Winning the Europa League would be the silver lining around a very dark cloud. To win a trophy should never be disrespected.

"It would be a brilliant achievement to win three trophies in three years in an era when United have been really poor. But to be where they are in the league is incredible. I think United will win.

"I think they’ve players in there that will feel that occasion. Bruno [Fernandes], Casemiro - want it, need it in their lives. I agree with the belief. I do feel confident on United just getting through this game.”